Photo by Forestfarm
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Carex ornithopoda 'Variegata'
Also Known As
- Variegata Birds Foot Sedge
Plant type
grass / grass like, aquatic
size
- H: 6"-12"
- W: 12"-15"
planting zones
- 6a-10b
Carex ornithopoda 'Variegata' plant details
Carex ornithopoda 'Variegata' is an evergreen aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance) with variegated foliage. Grows well with sun - shade and even moisture - regular water. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Carex ornithopoda 'Variegata'
- Plant type: aquatic grass (or grassy in appearance)
- Plant family: cyperaceae
- Foliage: evergreen variegated
- Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Uses: rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Carex ornithopoda 'Variegata'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
- Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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Gardening facts about Carex ornithopoda 'Variegata' plant
How to Grow Carex ornithopoda 'Variegata'
Sun Exposure
- sun - shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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